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Montreal Debate: Leaders Clash Over Trade and Housing

4/18/2025

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In a heated Montreal debate, four federal leaders clashed over pressing issues like the U.S. trade war, housing, and international aid. Liberal Leader Mark Carney was challenged by Bloc Leader Yves-François Blanchet and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, while Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre called for change. The night was charged with tension, revealing deep divides in policy and accountability.

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Story summary

In a heated Montreal debate, four federal leaders clashed over pressing issues like the U.S. trade war, housing, and international aid. Liberal Leader Mark Carney was challenged by Bloc Leader Yves-François Blanchet and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, while Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre called for change. The night was charged with tension, revealing deep divides in policy and accountability.